If you're a lipstick-wearing, high heel-loving ladyboss who...

loves cleaning and decorating her home

drinks wine with her besties as often as possible

and is obsessed with everything that glitters

...we are going to get along great!

I'M KRISTEN. Nice to meet you!

I grew up in rural Wisconsin, but I always knew that wasn't where I was supposed to be. My ambitious personality wanted to conquer more than that tiny town could offer. At 17 years old I hit the ground running, graduating high school a semester early, and starting college that very night. I had a very specific plan: 1) Get my degree in Business and Marketing Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. 2) Move to Austin, Texas. 3) Meet the man of my dreams. 4) Start a company.

So far, everything has gone according to plan. I graduated May 2014, moved to Texas two months later, met Ross the following spring, and started my company, Love Me Knot Weddings, in December 2015. Now I spend my days writing for my blog, planning weddings, spending time with my wonderful dogs, Zeek + Zoey, and decorating and organizing our new house!

I created this blog to share what I’m most passionate about: interior design, organization, cleaning, and decluttering. Traveling, beauty, wine, and personal development are also things I love, so you’ll read about these topics from time to time as well. I believe that sharing is caring, and each person’s unique outlooks and interests can have a strong impact on other people. Sharing our thoughts and interests with one another creates a sense of community, which is one thing this world needs more of. I hope that Polished on Purpose is a place you feel comfortable sharing your interests and learning about mine, while making your home a better place one cabinet at a time.